Work Environment

Admissions to Doctor of Science in Work Environment

Here's what it takes to earn your Doctor of Science in Work Environment:

Prerequisite of a Master’s degree in a related field, plus demonstration of knowledge in all subject areas required by the UMass Lowell Work Environment Master’s Degree program

Exceptional academic record, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (3.5 in quantitative sciences) and high GRE scores

Completion of 24-30 credit hours of courses, including those required by your chosen major

Passing the qualifying examination for the field in which you choose to major

Satisfactory completion of a Doctoral Dissertation demonstrating thorough research in your area of concentration, under the guidance of one WE faculty members. The Thesis and Dissertation Guide outlines the requirements and procedures needed to successfully complete a doctoral dissertation.